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LRX 688X

1981 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,532 mi
Last recorded88,532 miles
Recorded on17 May 2010
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRX 688X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2010 88,532 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

all brake pipes slightly corroded

fuel tank corroding

nearside rear brake binding slightly

offside front suspension bump stop missing

rear brake hoses ferrules corroded

slight corrosion both side sills

Pass 8 May 2009 88,473 miles

Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

offside front suspension bump stop missing

slight corrosion to brake pipes in areas

Fail 30 Apr 2009 88,464 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

offside front suspension bump stop missing

slight corrosion to brake pipes in areas

Pass 25 Feb 2008 87,873 miles

all brake pipes slightly corroded

indicater flash rate slow at idle

Fail 19 Feb 2008 87,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

all brake pipes slightly corroded

indicater flash rate slow at idle

offside jacking point weak

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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LRX 688X is a 1981 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LRX 688X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 45 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LRX 688X?

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What year was LRX 688X registered?

LRX 688X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 14 August 1981.

Is LRX 688X safe to buy?

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